After being associated with editorial excellence for 80 years, Kirkus has
developed a book editing division to offer unpublished and self-published authors
access to the publishing industry's top editors.
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Our marketing campaigns include promotion in Kirkus Reviews magazine, on
Kirkus.com and in our high-circulation email newsletter. Marketing services
designed to get books discovered by consumers and industry influencers.
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WHAT AUTHORS SAY ABOUT KIRKUS BOOK REVIEWS

"Kirkus' review of The Mill River Recluse played an important role in encouraging readers to take a chance on a first novel by an unknown author."

— Darcie Chan, independent author of The Mill River Recluse, which sold more that 500,000 copies (Read more about Darcie's success in the Wall Street Journal.)

—Kenneth Bennett, author of The Gaia Wars (Read more about Kenneth's deal in Variety)

“The endorsement gave consumers a meaningful recommendation that they could trust.”—Guy Kawasaki, bestselling author of 10 books, including Enchantment and The Art of the Start, as well as the self-publishing guide APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur

”Thanks to Kirkus’ review, we have seen a dramatic surge in sales and an increase in both bookstore and publisher interest. Kirkus' reputation as a credible, unbiased reviewer has made all the difference. This has been the best investment we have made.”—Janet and Ed Howle, authors of The Long Road to Paris

FOR PUBLISHERS

OUR STORY

Founded in 1933, Kirkus has been an authoritative voice in book discovery for 80 years. Kirkus Reviews magazine gives industry professionals a sneak peek at the most notable books being published weeks before they’re released. Kirkus serves the book reviews to consumers in a weekly email newsletter and on Kirkus.com, giving readers unbiased, critical recommendations they can trust.

Kirkus also has a full suite of author services, including Kirkus Indie, a book review service for self-publishers, Kirkus Editorial, book editing services for unpublished and self-published authors, and Kirkus Marketing, services that help authors get discovered by consumers as well as industry influencers, such as publishers, agents and film executives.

THE KIRKUS STAR

The Kirkus Star is one of the most prestigious designations in the book industry.
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